This is an exercise demanding great form instead of great weight. It's very common for people to use too much weight which activates the biceps and deactivates the back muscles. Reduce the lb's so you can "flex" your shoulder blades during the pause at the top of the exercise. Also, using two handles or the rope instead of the V-Bar will help flex the shoulder blades. Using lifting straps will help deactivate the biceps but they can be clumsy to use.

use any grip you feel suitable wit, but put your mind to the back and squeeze. try variations of the exercise like with an underhand grip on a wider bar making sure you have your chest out and squeeze your back

Hi I am really new to all of this. I am training for a triathlon and have a great workout schedule for that part. It has been recommended that I do some strength training. Is that what this is? Also how do you know how much weight to use? Thanks.

I see the demonstrator has his feet against a t-shaped device - in the gym, I use a heavy weight for the same purpose. Now that I am "rowing" with heavier weight, it's getting difficult to maneuver holding the pulling bar with one hand, while I get my legs and feet into position. I've tried scooting my butt back while holding onto the pulling bar, but that doesn't seem to work. Any advice?